(Pwn2Own) Wyze Cam v3 Wi-Fi SSID OS Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows physically present attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Wyze Cam v3 IP cameras. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the handling of SSIDs embedded in scanned QR codes. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.
Additional Details
Wyze has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://forums.wyze.com/t/security-advisory/289256
Disclosure Timeline
- 2023-11-09 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2024-06-21 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2024-08-15 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Stefan Schiller (Sonar)
